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Wonton Soup

Chinese Wonton Soup

Imagine the comforting warmth of a bowl of Wonton Soup, its savory broth perfectly complementing the delicate wontons within. This is the joy of Wonton Soup, a dish that's as nourishing as it is delicious. Today, we're going to embark on a culinary journey exploring this beloved staple of many cuisines.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 6 servings
Calories 181 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 pot
  • paper towels
  • 7 bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package wonton wrappers
  • For wonton filling
  • 1/2 pound medium shrimp shelled, deveined
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1 tablespoon shallots finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro finely chopped
  • 2 green onion stalks thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons rice wine
  • For broth
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 tablespoon fennel
  • 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
  • 1 star anise
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves for garnish
  • Green onion for garnish
  • Chili sauce

Instructions
 

  • Wipe the prawns dry with paper towels, and chop finely.
  • Combine the ingredients for the filling in a bowl, and mix thoroughly.
  • Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface.
  • Place about 1 teaspoon of filling in the middle of the wrapper. Moisten the wrapper with a dab of water around the filling; this will help the sides of the wrapper to stick together.
  • Fold into either a rectangle or a triangle, pressing the edges together to seal. For rectangles, bring the bottom corners together until they overlap, moisten with water, and press to seal. For triangles, bring side corners together until they overlap, and seal. Repeat until filling is used up.
  • Place the wontons on a parchment lined baking sheet. Leave some space between pieces to prevent sticking. For long term storage (about 2 months), cover with plastic wrap and freeze.
  • In a pot, bring water to a boil. Drop in the wontons in batches, and stir with chopsticks to prevent them from sticking to pan. The wontons are done when they float up to the surface, after about 3 minutes.
  • Distribute the wontons into serving bowls.
  • Place the cinnamon stick, fennel, coriander, and star anise in a square piece of cheesecloth, and tie it into a knot.
  • To prepare the soup, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Immerse the spice pouch in the boiling broth. Cover the pot and reduce it to a simmer.
  • Simmer for 30 minutes, and remove the spice pouch.
  • Add the fish sauce and sugar, adjusting the amounts according to your taste.
  • Scoop the hot broth into the bowls ready with wontons.
  • Serve garnished with cilantro and green onions, with chili sauce on the side.

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Notes

The broth is the soul of Wonton Soup, and it's essential to create a flavorful base that complements the wontons. Start by sautéing garlic and ginger in a pot until fragrant. Then, add chicken or vegetable broth and bring it to a gentle simmer. To enhance the taste, season with a touch of soy sauce, a dash of sesame oil, and a pinch of salt. For added depth, you can also incorporate ingredients like dried shiitake mushrooms or a splash of Chinese rice wine. Let the broth simmer for a while to allow the flavors to meld together, creating a rich and aromatic base for your wontons.
Keyword Wontons